Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting goodness of Hot Chocolate Mug Cupcakes! These delightful treats bring all the rich flavors of hot chocolate into a fluffy cupcake, topped with gooey marshmallows for an extra cozy touch. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a sweet ending to your day, these cupcakes are not only easy to make but also visually charming when served in mugs. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up these delicious desserts that are sure to impress family and friends. Whether enjoyed solo or at festive gatherings, each bite promises warmth and happiness.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1 cup marshmallows (mini or regular)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease four microwave-safe mugs.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla. Gradually mix into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Stir in hot water until the batter is smooth; this will be thin.
- Fill each mug halfway with batter and bake for 15-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Top with marshmallows while warm and return to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes until soft.
- Optionally sprinkle with chocolate chips before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (130g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg